North East Business Development Executive (Ingredients)

We are working with a growing UK food ingredients business supplying the independent meat processing sector to appoint a Business Development Executive covering the North East of England.

This is a field-based role with real autonomy, focused on developing trusted relationships within a traditional and close-knit customer base.

The Opportunity

You will take ownership of sales growth across the North East, working with independent butchers, farm shops and rural producers to deliver product expertise and commercial value.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing new business activity with long-term account management and being a visible presence in their local market.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and convert new customers within the independent meat sector

Manage and grow existing accounts through structured territory planning

Deliver product presentations, demonstrations and samples

Maintain a high level of customer contact and service

Spot opportunities to introduce new and seasonal product ranges

Act as a regional ambassador for the business and its values

About You

We are interested in speaking with people who:

Have proven experience in field sales or business development

Understand the dynamics of regional, relationship-led customers

Bring energy, resilience and strong organisation to their territory

Are confident managing their own diary and pipeline

Are happy travelling regularly across the North East

Why This Role?

Ownership of a defined North East territory

Autonomy and trust in how you run your patch

Strong product range with genuine customer demand

Supportive culture with long-term career opportunities

Eligibility: UK driving licence required, GCSE: Maths and English

 

 

If you have experience selling into independent food businesses or similar sectors, I would welcome a confidential discussion.

Ready to take the next step? Send your CV to our People Consultant, Lisa Fox, and have a chat about your future.

Applicants must be based in the UK with full working rights.

Due to high application volumes, if you don’t hear from us within a week, unfortunately, your application hasn’t been successful this time.